Common Name: Dwarf Gardenia, Creeping Gardenia
Description:
Gardenia augusta 'Radicans' is a low-growing, spreading evergreen shrub prized for its beautifully fragrant, creamy-white flowers and glossy green foliage. This compact variety is perfect for ground cover, borders, rock gardens, or container planting. Blooming from late spring through summer, its small, rose-like flowers emit a delightful fragrance, making it a favourite for sensory gardens. The dense, trailing habit makes it an excellent choice for cascading over garden edges or filling small spaces. Thriving in Melbourne’s climate, 'Radicans' prefers well-drained, slightly acidic soil and benefits from a warm, sheltered position. Regular feeding and light pruning will encourage continuous blooming and healthy growth.
Form:
- Shrub - Small
- Shrub - Clumping / Grass-like / Mounding
- Ground Cover
Mature Size:
- Height: 0.3 - 0.5m
- Width: 1 - 1.5m
Aspect:
- Full Sun
- Part Shade
Flowering:
- Flowers in Late Spring
- Flowers in Summer
Flower Colour:
- Creamy White
Key Attributes:
- Suitable for Pots
- Scented Flowers
- Suitable for Ground Cover
- Suitable for Borders
- Low Maintenance
- Frost Tolerant (with protection from heavy frost)
- Bee Attracting
Toxicity:
- Non-toxic to humans and pets
Companion Plants:
- Camellia sasanqua (Sasanqua Camellia)
- Azalea indica (Azalea)
- Liriope muscari (Lilyturf)
- Hydrangea macrophylla (Hydrangea)
- Trachelospermum jasminoides (Star Jasmine)
